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From yesterday’s in studio newborn session

Soft, simple, and oh so perfect 🤍

This little one was an absolute dream in the studio today… peacefully snoozing through their session while we captured all those tiny details that change far too quickly ✨

These early days are so fleeting, and there is nothing more special than preserving them in a timeless, natural way 🤍

If you’re expecting, the best time to book your newborn session is during pregnancy to secure a spot within that first 7–21 days 🕊️

✨ Limited sessions available each month

✨ Calm, baby-led approach

✨ Fully guided posing

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What to Expect From Your Newborn Photoshoot

Set up in the client’s home already for the session to start

If you’ve never had a newborn session before, it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what actually happens.

This guide will walk you through exactly what to expect.

The pace of the session

Newborn sessions are slow and flexible.

I allow time for:

  • Feeding

  • Settling

  • Cuddles and breaks

There is no rush.

Your baby leads everything

Your baby’s comfort always comes first.

That means:

  • Gentle posing

  • Natural transitions

  • No forced positions

What you need to bring

Very little.

For most sessions, everything is provided:

  • Wraps and outfits

  • Blankets and textures

  • Styling guidance

You simply bring your baby and essentials.

How you’ll feel

Most parents arrive feeling tired and unsure.

They leave feeling:

  • Relaxed

  • Taken care of

  • Confident in the process

Final thoughts

Your newborn session is designed to be calm, supported, and completely stress-free.


👉 Book your Auckland newborn session

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In-Home vs Studio Newborn Photography: What’s Right for You?

Choosing between an in-home or studio newborn session is one of the biggest decisions new parents make.

The good news? There’s no wrong choice — just what suits your family best.

In-home newborn sessions

In-home sessions are designed for comfort and ease.

Perfect if you:

  • Prefer not to travel after birth

  • Want a relaxed, familiar environment

  • Love soft, natural tones

Everything is brought to you, so you can stay in your own space.

Studio newborn sessions

Studio sessions offer a more controlled, polished result.

Perfect if you:

  • Love clean, timeless imagery

  • Want access to full styling and props

  • Prefer a dedicated photography space

Which should you choose?

It comes down to your personality and preferences.

  • Want ease → in-home

  • Want highly styled → studio

Both options are guided, styled, and baby-led.

Final thoughts

Whichever you choose, your session will be calm, supported, and designed around your baby.


👉 Explore newborn session options

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